PERMANENT HOLIDAY LIGHT REVIEW
How does Oelo compare?
No VISIBLE Bumps
WATERPROOF
No HOles in Gutters
TWICE THE LIFESPAN
WHY OELO IS BETTER ...
Note: This comparison chart was assembled using published sales information, as reported by each manufacturer. Any information that has not been disclosed in public materials is noted as "Undisclosed."
COMPARE
RATINGS, PATENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS | Oelo | Ever Lights | Blue Hopper (Inception) | Trim Light | Jelly Fish | Gemstone | Go-Vee |
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Advertised lifetime-use rating | 100,000 hrs. Read more > |
50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 22,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. |
UL Listed (third-party lighting certification for safety testing) | Yes Read more > |
Undisclosed | Yes | Yes | Undisclosed | Yes | Undisclosed |
Waterproof rating (IP68 is fully-submersible capable) | IP68* Read more > |
Undisclosed | IP67 | IP68 | Undisclosed | IP67 | IP67 |
Fire rating (V-0 represents self-extinguishing lights) | V-0* Read more > |
Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
Dark Sky Lighting standards | Meets select standards Read more > |
Undisclosed | Meets select standards | Meets select standards | Undisclosed | Yes | Undisclosed |
U.S. patented (select system elements) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Industrial-grade covers | .040-thick aluminum and .070-thick acrylic (thickest materials in the industry) | Undisclosed | .060-thick ABS/acrylic | N/A | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
System warranty | 5 years Details > | 1-15 years | 10 years | Product lifetime | 1 year labor, 3 years parts | 5 years | 3 years |
LED / CONTROL FEATURES | Oelo | Ever Lights | Blue Hopper (Inception) | Trim Light | Jelly Fish | Gemstone | Go-Vee |
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Voltage | 36v | 24v | 24v or 36v | 12v | 48v | 12v | 24v or 36v |
Standard light spacing | 10" or closer | 12" or closer | 12" or closer | 6," 9” or 12” | 9" | 9" | 12"+ |
Multi-color capable (can display more than 2 colors at a time) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Individually addressable lights (each light can be programmed) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Control box location (interior/exterior) | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors only | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors only | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors or outdoors |
Android or iOS compatible | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both |
Cloud-based operation | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Yes, only option | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Undisclosed | Yes or in-range Bluetooth option | Yes or in-range Bluetooth option |
Ability to control my lights from a computer web browser | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
Ability to operate lights without internet | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Zones / multi-building operation | Yes (unlimited buildings) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes | Yes | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) |
Custom creation of programs and motion patterns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Pre-set programs and motion patterns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Automated timer function | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Year-round scheduling capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Security spotlight feature (selective LED illumination) | Yes | No | Undisclosed | Yes | Yes | Yes | Undisclosed |
SYSTEM APPEARANCE / INSTALLATION DETAILS | Oelo | Ever Lights | Blue Hopper (Inception) | Trim Light | Jelly Fish | Gemstone | Go-Vee |
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Material options for LED cover/channel | Aluminum OR acrylic | Aluminum only | Non-aluminum plastic | Aluminum only | Aluminum only | Aluminum only | No Covers |
Light cover / channel susceptible to rust/corrosion | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | N/A |
LEDs flush behind lens (vs. protruding from cover, creating visible bumps) | Flush acrylic design | Protruding LEDs | Flush acrylic design | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs |
Face-mounting options for outward traditional glow | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* |
Under-mounting options to create down-light/wall-wash effect | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Holes and wires in gutters | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
Built-in space to run additional wires | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
Difficult miter cuts when installing | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No DIY Option | No |
Open miter cut gaps (leave channel susceptible to insect nesting) | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
Authorized installation network locations | Nation Wide, Canada | CO, KY, LA, NJ, OH, TN | Nationwide | Nationwide, Canada | Nationwide | Nationwide North America | No Installation Network |
Self-install DIY option | Yes (easy-to-order online light kits!) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Installation Method | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | 3M Tape |
*Lights can be turned to face outward but unsightly bumps will be visible.